Bermuda News Updates

During December 2023, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included Christmas Day babies, Christmas at Elbow Beach, Pixie Dust Daddy Daughter Ball, holiday spirit at the airport, young singers at ‘Great Christmas Carol-Off, BPS seeking assistance to locate missing teens, Somerset bridge and a scenic road over a bridge. #1 […]

The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge said they are “turning over a new leaf and doing our part to go green with support from our Official Sustainability Partner, Aspen Bermuda Limited, alongside Keep Bermuda Beautiful and the Bermuda Zoological Society.” The official programme stated, “All of us are feeling and seeing the effects of a changing […]

Monday January 1 is expected to see sunshine and clouds mixed, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7:20am and sunset will be […]

When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, all over the world unique objects will drop to celebrate the start of a new year. In New York, at 11.59 pm, a dazzling ball will descend a specially designed flagpole in Times Square in front of a crowd of tens of thousands and millions watching […]

The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge’s schedule has been released and is set to take place from Friday, January 12 through to Sunday, January 14, 2024, with hundreds of runners to take part in the popular annual event. The schedule follows below. Related Stories Triangle Challenge: Butterfield Mile Trials Results Kastor To Speak At Bermuda Triangle […]

During December, Bernews posted over videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the Police statement on shooting, St. George’s Boatyard fire aftermath, Police identifying victim as Steve Parkes, Gombeys at Christmas Parade, Demco To Go winning decorating contest, BNT […]

News that Christmas was celebrated across the island, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club provided a Christmas dinner to the Bermuda Police Service and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service, and Minister Tinée Furbert commended third sector organizations for their “dedication to people in need” were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. […]

The Bermuda Motocross Association is gearing up to host a riveting start to the New Year with its Trophy Race Series event this January 1, 2024. Located at the Southside Motocross Track, the association invites enthusiasts and families to experience the excitement of motocross racing in a dynamic and festive setting. Gates drop at 12pm, allowing […]

Skyport has issued a reminder to the public that voting for the People’s Choice Award in the Great Bermuda Carol-Off will conclude on Sunday [Dec 31], at 5 pm. A spokesperson said, “The Great Bermuda Carol-Off took place at the LF Wade International Airport in December pitting choirs and bands from 15 schools in a […]

The St. David’s County Cricket Club hosted an event today [Dec 30] celebrate the accomplishments of footballer LeiLanni Nesbeth, who recently captained her Florida State University team to win the prestigious NCAA Championship title. Nesbeth, who also plays for the Bermuda national team where she is a prolific goal scorer, signed autographs for young fans […]

Sunday, December 31 is expected to be windy. Cloudy skies will become partly cloudy in the afternoon, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F, and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be […]

The Department of Statistics advised “that the 2024 Household Income and Expenditure Survey [HIES] data collection will commence on January 2, 2024.” A Government spokesperson said, “This island-wide survey is of critical importance to Bermuda as it collects information on all types of expenditures by Bermuda’s consumers, including food, housing, clothing, and transportation, which comprise […]

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda announced “its expansion into the regulation of the fuel sector, effective 1 January 2024.” A spokesperson said, “This strategic move is in alignment with the Fuel Act 2022, signifying a noteworthy step in the organisation’s commitment to regulatory oversight in Bermuda. This aligns with its mission to serve stakeholders through a proactive, […]

King Charles III has recognized Kimberley Durrant, Roger Parris, Clarence “Sam” Santucci, and Archdeacon the Ven. Rev. Andrew in the annual New Years Honours, with all four receiving the King’s Certificate and Badge of Honour. A Government spokesperson said, “The following Bermudians have been recognized in the 2024 New Years Honours. Kimberley Durrant – for […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the Somerset bridge, airport’s 38-foot Christmas tree, holiday spirit […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, December 30th. On Saturday the HMS Scott ocean survey vessel is expected, on Sunday the Aidamar cruise ship and the HMS Scott ocean survey vessel will arrive, and on Monday the Bettys Dream bulk carrier is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian poets Elijah Bean and Rhys Campbell have collaborated to create a collection of work that views the “world through a spiritual lens.” Lumin: A Poetic Collaboration, published on December 1 and features 87 poems, was borne out of weekly meetings at sunrise in Astwood Park in Warwick, where the pair […]